MOLES
Mammal      -     Vertebrate      -     Carnivore
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A STAR-NOSED MOLE
Male:  Boar
Female:  Sow
Young:  Pup
​MOLES
There are 20 different species of mole.
  • Live in underground tunnels.
  • The displaced soil is pushed to the surface - a 'molehill'.
  • Creates an underground larder in which to store food.
  • Are active both day and night.
  • Live in deciduous woodland, grassland and farmland.
  • Eats earthworms, insects, centipedes, mice, shrews, slugs, lizards and snakes.
  • Have tiny eyes and ears, and huge paws.
  • Smell in stereo.
  • Live for about 6-7 years.
  • Predators are mammals, birds, reptiles and man.
  • The Star-Nosed Mole is an accomplished swimmer and diver, as well as a digger.
  • There are no moles in Ireland.
  • The Star-Nosed Mole uses its fleshy nose for hunting.  ​
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MOLEHILLS